Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRing ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm

England
List entry 1006004
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monument located in Suffolk. The site comprises a series of ring ditches, circular or near-circular earthworks that typically enclosed burial mounds or ritual structures, along with an identified ritual structure designated as S. Ring ditches of this period commonly served ceremonial or funerary functions within prehistoric communities. The monument's precise dating and the specific nature of structure S remain subjects of archaeological study, though its inclusion in the heritage record reflects its significance as evidence of ritual and settlement activity during the Neolithic or Bronze Age period in East Anglia.

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006004. View the official record →

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What is Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monument located in Suffolk. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006004.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006004.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring ditches and ritual structure S of Chapel Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ashen House moat and fishpond, 500m north of St Augustine's Church. (1.6 km), Whitley House moated site (2 km), West End House moated site, 640m west of St Lawrence's Church (2.3 km).

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